Resident Evil (2026) – Upcoming Movie Full Details
🎞️ Basic Info
- Title: Resident Evil (2026 reboot)
- Director & Co-Writer: Zach Cregger
- Co-Writer: Shay Hatten
- Producers / Studios: Constantin Film, PlayStation Productions, Sony Pictures, Columbia Pictures
- Language: English
- Country: United States
🗓️ Release & Production
- Release Date: September 18, 2026
- Filming Start: October 2025 (planned in Prague, Czech Republic)
- Estimated Budget: 65–80 million USD
👥 Cast
- Austin Abrams
- Paul Walter Hauser
- Zach Cherry
- Kali Reis
(No confirmed appearances of classic game characters like Leon Kennedy, Chris Redfield, or Jill Valentine.)
📖 Plot / Storyline
The Resident Evil (2026) reboot will not be a remake of earlier films or a direct adaptation of the video games.
It tells a completely new story set within the Resident Evil universe, focusing on a single protagonist rather than an ensemble.
The film is said to return to the roots of survival horror, emphasizing tension, fear, and atmosphere — similar to the original game experience.
Director Zach Cregger aims to blend psychological horror with visceral scares, presenting a dark, claustrophobic, and story-driven reboot.
🧠 Highlights
- Marks a fresh cinematic restart for the franchise.
- Will lean more into horror and survival rather than action.
- Aims to capture the essence of the video games while introducing a new storyline.
- Produced by PlayStation Productions and Constantin Film, ensuring close ties to the game’s universe.
🚫 What’s Still Under Wraps
- Character names and detailed roles.
- Plot specifics and major locations.
- Official trailer and posters.
- Global release schedule and tie-ins with upcoming games.
